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Christopher Thomson blue plaque

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This blue commemorative plaque records: Christopher Thomson 1799-1871 Sailor, Comedian, Social Reformer, Artist, Author and advocate for the local Oddfellows. He contributed much to supporting the community of Edwinstowe setting up a 'Penny Library', "Night Classes" and lectures, as well as "Self-Help' groups from 1838 -1849. This building (formerly the Old Library built 1913) followed in a similar tradition. Recorded plaque organisation: Edwinstowe Historical Society.

From the Open Plaques record 56364

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